Dyne Centimeter
dyn·cm
Scientific Unit
The dyne centimeter is the torque unit in the CGS system, still used in some physics and materials science applications.
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Dyne Centimeter (dyn·cm)
The dyne centimeter is the torque unit in the CGS system, still used in some physics and materials science applications.
Characteristics
- CGS unit of torque
- Symbol: dyn·cm
- 1 dyn·cm = 10⁻⁷ N·m
- For small torques in physics
Applications
- Physics research (CGS system)
- Materials science measurements
- Rheology and fluid mechanics
- Historical scientific literature
- Atomic physics calculations
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Used In Regions
CGS System Physics Historical